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G957 XDE

1989 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,371 mi
Last recorded3,371 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2011
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG957 XDE
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2011 3,371 miles

slight play in idler arm

Pass 17 Jun 2010 229 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 96,792 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 96,792 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 May 2008 93,522 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 93,522 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 May 2007 90,904 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 89,136 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

How Reliable is the Bedford Rascal?

Based on 15,670 MOT tests across 1,845 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
1,066
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,021
fog lamp not working 778
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 591
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 491
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G957 XDE is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 61,239 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Rascal fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,021 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G957 XDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Rascal typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G957 XDE registered?

G957 XDE is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 8 September 1989.

Is G957 XDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G957 XDE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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